How can I get my immigration application processed faster?

The time it takes to process an application varies. It depends on where you applied and your situation. To avoid delays:

• include all the information we ask for with your application. Use the document checklist in the application package
• tell us of any changes to the personal information on your application, such as changes to your:
  • name
  • contact information
  • family situation
• make sure the photocopies and documents you give us are clear
• provide certified English or French translations of original documents that you submit in other languages
• tell the truth on your application

There may be delays in processing your application if:

• you do not tell us of any criminal or security problems related to it
• your family situation is unclear because of issues such as
  • a divorce
  • an incomplete adoption
  • unresolved child custody issues
• the office has to consult with other offices in Canada or abroad